The mission of the Department of Exercise Science is the integrative study of human biology in the context of physical activity.
The Program. The undergraduate major may select either the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Science degree program. The Bachelor of Arts is primarily for those students who desire a liberal arts program with a broadly based lower division curriculum. This program permits specialization in either the biological or psychological aspects of exercise science, and is most appropriate for those who intend to pursue careers in coaching, teaching, or in community/corporate exercise programs, and for those intending graduate study in the behavioral aspects of sport and exercise.
The Bachelor of Science program is for students who desire a more intense curriculum in the natural sciences. It involves more extensive lower division preparation in physical and life sciences and requires additional upper division course work more specific to either biomechanics or exercise physiology.
Career Alternatives. This degree program provides preparation for graduate study in exercise and sport science, for careers in the allied health sciences, and for professional schools in medicine, physical therapy, and podiatry.
| UNITS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preparatory Subject Matter | 34-35 | |
| Biological Sciences 1A-1B | 10 | |
| Chemistry 2A, 2B | 10 | |
| Exercise Science 45 | 3 | |
| Physics 1A or 7A | 3-4 | |
| Psychology 1 | 4 | |
| Additional requirements
| 4 | |
| Depth Subject Matter | 44 | |
| Cell Biology and Human Anatomy 101, 101L | 7 | |
| Exercise Science 101, 101L, 102, 103, 104, 105 | 16 | |
| Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior 101 | 5 | |
Minimum of 12 upper division units in exercise science chosen with approval by a major adviser
| 12 | |
| Minimum of 4 upper division non-exercise science units in either the biological or the psychological area selected from the following lists. Substitutes may be made only with the prior written approval of a major adviser.
| 4 | |
| None of the variable-unit courses or Physical Education 100, 128A, 128B, 143A, 143B, or 144, or Exercise Science 146, 146L, 147L, 148, 148L or 149L may be used to fulfill these requirements. Consult your adviser regularly. | ||
| Total Units for the Major | 78-79 | |
| UNITS | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preparatory Subject Matter | 55-59 | |||||
| Anthropology 1 | 4 | |||||
| Biological Sciences 1A-1B | 10 | |||||
| Chemistry 2A-2B or 2AH-2BH | 10 | |||||
| Mathematics 16A-16B or 21A-21B | 6-8 | |||||
| Exercise Science 45 | 3 | |||||
| Physics 7A-7B or 9A-9B | 8 | |||||
| Psychology 1 | 4 | |||||
| Statistics 13 or 102 | 4 | |||||
| Additional Requirements
| ||||||
| Depth Subject Matter | 52 | |||||
| Cell Biology and Human Anatomy 101, 101L | 7 | |||||
| Exercise Science 101, 101L, 102, 103, 104, 105 | 16 | |||||
| Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior 101, 101L | 7 | |||||
| Restricted electives (1) Minimum of 10 upper division units from outside the major selected with adviser's approval and as restricted below.
(2) Minimum of 12 upper division units of Exercise Science courses, including
None of the variable-unit courses or Physical Education 100, 128A, 128B, 143A, 143B, or 144, or Exercise Science 146, 146L, 147L, 148, 148L or 149L may be used to fulfill these requirements. Consult your adviser regularly. | 22 | |||||
| Total Units for the Major | 107-111 | |||||
Honors Program. Those students with outstanding records in the major requirements may elect to enter the Honors Program with the consent of an adviser. A senior project must be completed, for which up to 10 units (minimum of 6 units) of Exercise Science 199 (split over two quarters) may be earned. These units are taken in addition to the major requirements, and it should be realized that only a maximum of ten 199 units may be counted toward the B.S. degree total unit requirement.
Major Advisers. W.C. Adams, E.M. Bernauer, D. Hawkins, R.G. Holly, P.A. Molé, P.B. Salitsky, K.R. Williams.
Teaching Major. The teacher-training curriculum in physical education requires courses in addition to the departmental major requirements.
| UNITS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Exercise Science | 18 | |
| At least 18 upper division units in exercise science from one of three options (a) Biomechanics
(b) Exercise Physiology
(c) Psychological Aspects
| 18 | |
Minor Advisers. Same as major advisers.
Teaching Credential Subject Representative. S. Williams. See also the section on the Teacher Education Program.
Graduate Study. A program of study and research leading to the M.S. degree is available in exercise science. For detailed information regarding graduate study, write to the Graduate Adviser, Department of Exercise Science. See also the Graduate Studies section in this catalog. Admission to study for the M.A. degree in Physical Education is closed for the 1997-98 academic year.
Graduate Adviser. P.A. Molé.
Class and Recreational Use of Facilities. The incidental fee payable by all students at the time of registration entitles students to the use of the gymnasium, showers, towels, lockers, tennis courts, and athletic fields. Certain equipment for games and sports is available for exercise and recreation, either with or without instruction. Lockers must be turned in on the last day of class, i.e., before the final examination period. Fines are imposed for each formal transaction necessitated by failure of the student to comply with the regulations of the department.
The physical education program provides courses of interest to non-majors. The program focuses on physical activities and education, fitness and health, and recreation. The basic activities series includes Physical Education 1, beginning sports skills and knowledge, Physical Education 6, for students participating in intercollegiate athletics, and Physical Education 7, for students interested in a career in teaching/coaching in grades K-12.
Additional lower division courses include those in special skill areas, such as life-saving and water safety, scuba diving, and health and fitness. Upper division courses include advanced skills in scuba diving and a series of courses that meet the mandated requirements for students pursuing teacher preparation and certification.
The Physical Education program is independent of the degree programs, but is available as part of a student's general educational experience to enhance and broaden the understanding of physical activity in the maintenance of lifetime health and fitness.
(Formerly courses in Physical Education)
| Upper Division Courses | Graduate Courses | |
| Courses in Physical Education (PHE) | Upper Division Courses in Physical Education | Professional Courses in Physical Education |
*Course not offered this academic year.
General Education (GE) credit: ArtHum = Arts and Humanities; SciEng = Science and Engineering; SocSci = Social Sciences; Div = Social-Cultural Diversity; Wrt = Writing Experience. Select this link to information on the General Education requirement.
45. Foundations of Physical Education and Exercise Science (3) I. Adams
Lecture--3 hours. An introduction to historical, biomechanical, physiological, psychological and sociological foundations of physical education and exercise science. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 45.
90X. Lower Division Seminar (1-2) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Lecture--1-2 hours. Prerequisite: lower division standing and consent of instructor. Gives freshman or sophomore level students the opportunity to study a special topic in the general area of Exercise Science in a small class setting. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 90X.
92. Exercise Science Internship (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Internship--3-15 hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor; enrollment dependent on availability of intern positions, with priority given to Exercise Science majors. Work experience in the application of physical activity programs to teaching, recreational, clinical or research situations under department faculty supervision. May be repeated for credit once but no internship units will be counted toward Exercise Science major. (P/NP grading only.)
97T. Tutoring in Exercise Science (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Tutorial--2-14 hours; discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: lower division standing and consent of Department Chairperson. Tutoring of students in exercise science course-related projects. Regular meetings with instructor in charge and written report required. May be repeated for credit. (P/NP grading only.)
97TC. Tutoring Exercise Science in the Community (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Tutorial--2-15 hours; discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: lower division standing and consent of Department Chairperson. Tutoring in the community in exercise science related projects under the guidance of the Exercise Science faculty. Regular meetings with instructor in charge and written report required. May be repeated once for credit. (P/NP grading only.)
98. Directed Group Study (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Prerequisite: consent of instructor and Department Chairperson. (P/NP grading only.)
99. Special Study for Undergraduates (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (P/NP grading only.)
101. Physiological Regulation During Exercise (3) I. Bernauer, Molé
Lecture--3 hours. Prerequisite: Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior 101. Review of physiological mechanisms underlying acute exercise response. Focus is on physiological regulation and control in response to metabolic demand. Metabolism, fluid composition, acid-base, and temperature regulation are studied in relation to control by the cardiovascular, respiratory, and renal systems. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 101. GE credit: SciEng.
101L. Exercise Physiology Laboratory (1) Molé
Laboratory--3 hours (for 5 weeks); discussion--2.5 hours (for 5 weeks). Prerequisite: course 101 (may be taken concurrently), Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior 101. Series of laboratory experiments demonstrating the principles of physiological regulation to standardized exercise regimens. The assessment of physiological, environmental and anthropological factors limiting exercise capacities performed on quantitatively controlled ergometric devices, while monitoring physiological variables by noninvasive methods. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 101L.
102. Physiological Adaptations to Exercise (2) II. Adams in charge
Lecture--2 hours. Prerequisite: course 101 or consent of instructor. Study of physiological capacities with reference to genotypic and adaptive aspects. Analysis of physiological adaptations to chronic physical activity and selected environmental stressors. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 102.
103. Analysis of Human Movement (4) III. K. Williams, Hawkins
Lecture--3 hours; laboratory--3 hours to alternate weekly with discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: Cell Biology and Human Anatomy 101 and Physics 1A; Physics 7A recommended. Anatomical and mechanical fundamentals of human motion. Qualitative and quantitative application of kinesiological principles to a variety of movement situations. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 103. GE credit: SciEng.
104. Introduction to Motor Control and Skill Acquisition (3) I. Salitsky
Lecture--2 hours; discussion--1 hour to alternate weekly with laboratory--3 hours. Prerequisite: upper division standing; Psychology 1, and course 45. Analysis of variables affecting the ability to produce, learn, and retain movement skills. Basic neurophysiological and behavioral accounts of motor control processes are examined. Theories of movement retention and motor learning are covered. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 104.
105. Psychosocial Factors in Motor Performance (3) I, II. Salitsky
Lecture--3 hours. Prerequisite: Psychology 1. Survey of theories and experimental findings from social psychology and human motivation and their application to motor performance, including gender differences, success and failure, expectations, anxiety, competition, and aggression. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 105. GE credit: SocSci.
110. Exercise Metabolism (3) II. Molé
Lecture--2 hours; laboratory--five 4-hour sessions. Prerequisite: courses 101, 102; Chemistry 2A. Focus on energy metabolic pathways and fuels used during different modes of exercise. Also, exercise-induced adaptations which affect metabolism and performance will be discussed. Experiments in laboratory will utilize a variety of techniques to characterize the metabolic responses to exercise. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 110. GE credit: SciEng, Wrt.
111. Environmental Effects on Physical Performance (3) III. Adams in charge
Lecture--2 hours; laboratory--3 hours, with discussion-- 1 hour (alternate weeks). Prerequisite: courses 101 and 102, or consent of instructor. The effects of thermal, barometric and gravitational conditions on physiological function and physical performance of humans. Acute and chronic effects, emphasizing physiological adaptations and limitations, will be studied. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 111.
112. Clinical Exercise Physiology (4) III. Holly
Lecture--3 hours; laboratory--3 hours to alternate weekly with discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: courses 101 and 102, or consent of instructor. Physical activity as a therapeutic modality is examined in normal and diseased populations (cardiovascular, pulmonary, diabetic). Assessment (graded exercise testing), exercise prescription and effects of exercise conditioning are examined in detail. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 112.
113. Growth and Development in Human Performance (3) II. Adams, Molé
Lecture--3 hours. Prerequisite: Cell Biology and Human Anatomy 101, and Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior 101. Development of human performance potential from conception to old age, including influence of exercise, athletic participation, and preventive medicine. Alterations in motor skill patterns, morphology, and body composition, and physiological capacities with aging. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 113. GE credit: SciEng.
115. Biomechanical Bases of Movement (3) I. K. Williams
Lecture--2 hours; laboratory--3 hours to alternate weekly with discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: course 103 or consent of instructor. Biomechanical bases of human movement investigated; topics include musculo-skeletal mechanics, tissue mechanics, electromyography, and measurement and analysis techniques. Application made to sport, clinical, and work environments, including extensive analysis of locomotion. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 115. GE credit: SciEng.
116. Nutrition for Physically Active Persons (3) III. Molé
Lecture--3 hours. Prerequisite: course 101, Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior 101. The role of nutrition and exercise in modifying metabolism, body composition, performance and health of humans. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 116.
117. Exercise and Aging in Health and Disease (3) II. Holly
Lecture--2 hours; discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: course 101 or 102 (concurrently) or 113 (concurrently). Etiology of and standard therapy for various diseases associated with aging (e.g., cardiovascular, pulmonary and renal diseases, diabetes, obesity, lipemias, etc.). Exercise will then be considered as a protective and/or therapeutic modality. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 117. GE credit: SciEng.
118. Bionomics of Work: Physical Performance and Standards in the Workplace (3) III. Bernauer
Lecture--2 hours; discussion--1 hour. Explores principles and practices of physical performance in the workplace. Established assessment procedures including validation of job standards are presented. Cost of medical benefits are examined with respect to on-site and off-site programs of fitness maintenance and remediation. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 118. GE credit: SciEng, Wrt.
120. Sports in American Society (4) I. Salitsky
Lecture--3 hours; discussion--1 hour. Historical development of sport in American society. Relationship and interaction of sport and politics, economics, religion, art, sexism, racism, and education; current trends and problems. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 120. GE credit: SocSci, Div.
121. Sport Psychology (4) III. Salitsky
Lecture--3 hours; discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: course 105 and Psychology 145. Consideration of major theories, research findings and methods of data collection in sport psychology through a critical examination of relevant experimental, clinical, and field data. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 121.
122. Psychological Effects of Physical Activity (3) II. Salitsky
Lecture--3 hours. Prerequisite: Psychology 1 or 15, and upper division standing. Physical activity is evaluated in terms of its ability to enhance the quality of life. Topics studied include: individual factors (self concept, type A); special populations (elderly, cardiovascular); and mental health changes (depression, anxiety). Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 122.
*125. Neuromuscular and Behavioral Aspects of Motor Control (3) II. Hawkins
Lecture--2 hours; discussion--1 hour to alternate weekly with laboratory--2 hours. Prerequisite: course 104. Factors which affect control of movement from neuropsychological, physiological, behavioral, and mechanical viewpoints. Topics include central vs. peripheral control mechanisms, open and closed loop theories, motor programming, cognitive learning strategies, and the effects of biochemical and biomechanical influences. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 125.
126. Tissue Mechanics (3) II. Hawkins
Lecture--2 hours; laboratory/discussion--3 hours. Prerequisite: course 103 or consent of instructor. The mechanical properties of biological tissues are investigated. Tissues considered include bone, cartilage, ligaments, tendons, nerves, and skeletal muscle. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 126. GE credit: SciEng.
*131. The Teaching of Physical Activity to Special Populations (4) I. J. Vochatzer
Lecture--3 hours; laboratory--3 hours. Prerequisite: course 103. The diverse and complex nature of the atypical individual, their disabilities, what caused those disabilities, how they adapt to their disability in daily living, and how physical activity/recreational programs play a role in their daily living. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 131.
133. Prevention and Care of Sports Injuries (3) II. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Lecture--1 hour; laboratory--6 hours. Prerequisite: upper division standing; Cell Biology and Human Anatomy 101 (may be taken concurrently). Management of the prevention, care, and rehabilitation of injuries incurred by athletes. Laboratory on anatomy, emergency care, physical therapy methods, and taping techniques. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 133.
135. Advanced Procedures in Evaluation and Management of Athletic Injuries (3) III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Lecture--3 hours. Prerequisite: course 133, Cell Biology and Human Anatomy 101, and consent of instructor. Advanced study of the evaluation and management of athletic injuries, including mechanism of injury, biomechanics and pathophysiology. In-depth study of selected current topics in athletic training. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 135.
*146. Theory and Practice of Exercise Training (1) I, II, III. The Staff
Lecture/discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: course 2 or 45 or 102. Physiological adaptations, exercise programming and behavioral techniques focusing on young and middle-aged adults. Topics include exercise prescription, nutrition, psychological effects of exercise, stress management techniques, and exercise adherence techniques. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 146. (P/NP grading only.)
*146L. Shape-Up Testing and Training Laboratory (1) I, II, III. The Staff
Laboratory--3 hours. Prerequisite: course 146 (may be taken concurrently). Primary activities involve leading shape-up class, attending workshops, testing sessions, and completing final reports. May be repeated once for credit. (Former course 146L.) (P/NP grading only.)
147L. Adult Fitness Training Laboratory (1) I, II, III. The Staff
Laboratory--3 hours. Prerequisite: courses 146, 146L, and 102 (may be taken concurrently); current CPR. Involves attending and assisting with aerobic training sessions for older adults, and assisting with physiological testing sessions. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 147L. (P/NP grading only.)
148. Theory and Practice of Exercise Testing (1) I, II, III. Holly
Lecture/discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: courses 101, 102, 112 (may be taken concurrently), and 146; current CPR. Theory and practice of exercise testing applied to older adult populations. Physiological responses to and limitations of exercise testing. Application of exercise testing and training to healthy and diseased populations. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 148. (P/NP grading only.)
148L. Adult Fitness Testing Laboratory (1) I, II, III. Holly
Laboratory--3 hours. Prerequisite: courses 146, 148 (concurrently); current CPR. Testing symptomatic and asymptomatic older adults for functional aerobic capacity, body composition, blood lipids, pulmonary function, and cardiovascular disease risk. Counseling adults in appropriate exercise programs and lifestyle modifications. Two quarters minimum; third quarter permitted. (Former course Physical Education 148L.) (P/NP grading only.)
149L. Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Laboratory (1) I, II, III. Holly
Laboratory--3 hours. Prerequisite: courses 148 and 148L; current CPR certification. Testing and training of cardiac patients or individuals at high risk of developing heart disease. Present mini-lectures to program participants, maintain patient records, and present patients' cases in rounds. Two quarters minimum; third quarter permitted. (Former course Physical Education 149L.) (P/NP grading only.)
192. Exercise Science Internship (1-12) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Internship--3-36 hours. Prerequisite: upper division standing and consent of instructor; enrollment dependent on availability of intern positions, with priority given to Exercise Science majors. Work experience in the application of physical activity programs to teaching, recreational, clinical or research situations under department faculty supervision. May be repeated for credit for total of 12 units (including course 92), but no internship units will be counted toward Exercise Science major. (P/NP grading only.)
197T. Tutoring in Exercise Science (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Tutorial--2-15 hours. Prerequisite: upper division standing and consent of chairperson. Tutoring of students in exercise science course-related projects. Regular meetings with instructor in charge and written report required. May be repeated for credit. (P/NP grading only.)
197TC. Tutoring Exercise Science in the Community (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Tutorial--2-15 hours; discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: upper division standing and consent of chairperson. Tutoring in the community in exercise science related projects under the guidance of the Exercise Science faculty. Regular meetings with instructor in
charge and written report required. May be repeated once for credit. (P/NP grading only.)
198. Directed Group Study (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Prerequisite: consent of instructor and Department Chairperson. (P/NP grading only.)
199. Special Study for Advanced Undergraduates (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Prerequisite: consent of Department Chairperson. (P/NP grading only.)
200A. Introduction to Research: History and Philosophy in Physical Education (2) I. Molé/Bernauer
Discussion--1 hour; seminar--1 hour. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Fundamental tenets of science and their application to current research in human performance; benchmark studies in the evolution of the field. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 200A.
200B. Problem Solving and Research Design in Physical Education (2) III. Molé/Salitsky
Discussion--1 hour; seminar--1 hour. Prerequisite: course 200A. Conventional approaches to problem solving; processes in research design and analysis; written and oral presentation of a thesis proposal. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 200B.
*201A. Sports Medicine: Medical Aspects of Sports Injuries (3) I. Bernauer
Lecture--2 hours; laboratory--1 hour. Prerequisite: graduate students with upper division course in systemic physiology or anatomy, and medical students. Multidisciplinary course introducing student to the pathophysiology of sports injuries, physical examination of the injured athlete, and management of sports injuries. Specific injuries, taping, and use of physical modalities will be discussed. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 201A.
220. Research Topics in Biomechanics (3) III. K. Williams
Lecture--2 hours; seminar--1 hour. Prerequisite: graduate standing and consent of instructor; course 115 recommended. Survey of current research into diverse areas of the biomechanics of human movement. Topics will include locomotion, sport biomechanics, electromyography, musculoskeletal and tissue mechanics, advances in measurement technology, clinical biomechanics. (Same course as Biomechanical Engineering 220.) Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 220.
221. Anthropometry in Physical Activity (3) III. Adams
Lecture--2 hours; laboratory--five 3-hour sessions to alternate weekly with five 1-hour discussion sessions. Prerequisite: courses 101 and 102. Consideration of physical constitution, body proportions, and body composition in man as they affect physical performance, and of body structural and compositional changes accompanying prolonged, systematic physical conditioning. Offered in alternate years. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 221.
222. Metabolic Functions in Exercise (4) III. Molé
Lecture--2 hours; discussion--1 hour; laboratory--3 hours. Prerequisite: course 102, Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior 101. Review of the current research literature on the metabolic responses to exercise in man; a laboratory survey of respiratory response, metabolic and water balances, blood gas adjustments and acid-base balance with particular reference to the effect of environmental conditions. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 222.
*223. Physiological Basis of Physical Fitness (2) II. Bernauer
Seminar--2 hours. Prerequisite: graduate standing. Review and critical discussion of current research topics concerned with the physiological aspects of physical training and adaptation. Offered in alternate years. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 223.
224. Exercise Electrocardiography (2) I. Holly
Lecture--2 hours. Prerequisite: course 112 or consent of instructor. Physiological bases and clinical implications of normal and abnormal exercise electrocardiograms (ECG) are treated in detail. Exercise prescription is considered as is the predictive significance of normal and abnormal ECG. Offered in alternate years. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 224.
*225. Seminar in Cardiac Rehabilitation (2) I. Holly
Seminar--2 hours. Prerequisite: course 112 or graduate standing and consent of instructor. Critical examination of literature dealing with the causes, prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease with particular emphasis on intervention through cardiac rehabilitation. Both the theoretical bases and practical approaches to cardiac rehabilitation will be examined. Offered in alternate years. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 225.
226. Measurement of the Biological Aspects of Human Performance (3) I. Adams in charge
Lecture--2 hours; laboratory--3 hours. Prerequisite: course 101; consent of instructor. Introduction to primary measurement strategies used to investigate the biological bases of human performance. Emphasis placed on the critical selection of the most valid tests and on obtaining the most accurate and reliable results. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 226.
227. Research Techniques in Biomechanics (4) II. K. Williams, Hawkins
Lecture--2 hours; laboratory--4 hours; term paper/discussion--1 hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor, Mathematics 22B; course 115 recommended. Experimental techniques for biomechanical analysis of human movement are examined. Techniques evaluated include data acquisition and analysis by computer, force platform analysis, strength assessment, planar and three-dimensional videography, data reduction and smoothing, body segment parameter determination, electromyography, and biomechanical modeling. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 227. (Same course as Biomedical Engineering 227/Mechanical Engineering 227.)
228. Skeletal Muscle Mechanics: Form, Function, Adaptability (3) III. Hawkins
Lecture--3 hours. Prerequisite: graduate standing, consent of instructor, and basic background in biology, physiology, and engineering; Engineering 3 and 45, Mathematics 22B, and Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior 101 recommended. Basic structure and function of skeletal muscle is examined at the microscopic and macroscopic level. Muscle adaptation in response to aging, disease, injury, exercise, and disuse. Special emphasis on the relation between muscle structure and muscle mechanics (e.g., force, work, power). Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 228. (Same course as Biomedical Engineering 228.)
*230. Human Performance: Psychological Aspects (3) II. Salitsky
Seminar--3 hours. Prerequisite: course 105 or consent of instructor. Critical review of current literature on learning with emphasis on social learning theory and its application to clinical problems related to exercise and sport. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 230.
*232. Health Psychology: Effects of Physical Activity (3) I. The Staff
Seminar--3 hours. Prerequisite: course 122 or consent of instructor. Analysis of research on the role of physical activity in developing, maintaining, or changing personality and affective states. Special attention will be paid to the potential effect of exercise on mental health. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 232.
290. Seminar in Exercise Science (1) II. Chairperson in charge
Seminar--1 hour. Prerequisite: graduate standing; required of all first year students for first two quarters. Presentation and discussion of topics of interest, and the analysis of research in exercise science. Not open for credit to students who have taken Physical Education 290. (S/U grading only.)
298. Group Study (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Prerequisite: graduate standing; consent of instructor. (S/U grading only.)
299. Research (1-12) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Prerequisite: graduate standing; consent of instructor and Department Chairperson. (S/U grading only.)
| Upper Division Courses | Professional Courses |
*Course not offered this academic year.
General Education (GE) credit: ArtHum = Arts and Humanities; SciEng = Science and Engineering; SocSci = Social Sciences; Div = Social-Cultural Diversity; Wrt = Writing Experience. Select this link to information on the General Education requirement.
1. Physical Education for Men and Women (1/2) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Laboratory--2 hours. Sections in: (a) sports skills, rules and strategy; (b) physical fitness and personal health; (c) recreation; (d) dance, and (e) intercollegiate athletics. May be repeated along with course 6 for a combined total of 6 units. (P/NP grading only.)
*2. Principles of Basic Exercise Conditioning (2) I. (Swimley in charge)
Lecture--1 hour; laboratory--2 hours. A survey of the basic concepts, facts, and accepted approaches current in selected exercise training regimens, e.g., theory of aerobic function and capacity, exercise and diet in weight control, muscular strength development and maintenance, and limitations of environment, age, and gender on fitness levels. (P/NP grading only.)
6. Preparation and Participation in ICA Competition (1) I, II, III. ICA Staff (Director in charge)
Discussion/laboratory--10-20 hours. Prerequisite: consent of instructor (coach). Preparation and participation in Intercollegiate Athletics. Development of fundamental and advanced individual and team skills. In-depth knowledge of rules and strategy. Advanced sports competition and Conference and NCAA levels. May be repeated along with course 1 for a combined total of 6 units. (P/NP grading only.)
7. Professional Physical Education Activities: Men and Women (1) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Lecture--1 hour; or laboratory--2 hours. Fundamental skills for: (a) coaching competitive athletics; (b) classroom teaching and coaching, and (c) classroom teaching and officiating. May be repeated for a total of six units.
*15. Administration of Intramural Sports (2) I. Colberg
Lecture--2 hours. Planning and administering intramural sports programs at the high school and college level.
25. Theory of Lifesaving and Water Safety (2) I, II, III. Jahn
Lecture--1 hour; laboratory--2 hours. Prerequisite: sound physical condition, and no physical handicap that would render student unable to perform the required skills and ability to pass preliminary swimming test. Provides the student with the knowledge, organizational procedures, and skill development necessary to provide for water safety and save his/her own life or the life of another in an aquatic emergency. (American Red Cross Advanced Lifesaving Certificate awarded upon successful completion of necessary requirements.)
27. Training Course for Water Safety Instructors (2) III. Jahn
Lecture--1 hour; laboratory--2 hours. Prerequisite: advanced swimming (course 1) or consent of instructor; course 5 and current Advanced Life-Saving Certificate. Theoretical knowledge and practical experience necessary for the organization and teaching of swimming and lifesaving classes. (American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor's Certificate awarded upon successful completion of necessary requirements.)
29. Basic Scuba (2) I, III. Fastenau
Lecture--2 hours; laboratory--2 hours. Prerequisite: good physical condition, ability to pass preliminary swimming test. Introduction to basic knowledge required for scuba diving, function and maintenance of equipment, physics and physiology of diving, diver first aid and CPR, oceanography and marine life, and underwater communication. Pool and open water sessions available for certification. (P/NP grading only.)
40. Drugs and Society (2) I, III. D. Vochatzer
Lecture--2 hours; fieldwork--2 hours total; film-viewing--5 hours total. Pharmacology, methods of use, and effects of use of psychoactive and performance-enhancing drugs. Historical overview of drug use. Identification of behavior of "at-risk" and "user" populations. (P/NP grading only.)
44. Principles of Healthful Living (2) III. Gill-Fisher in charge
Lecture--2 hours. Application of scientific and empirical knowledge to personal, family, and community health problems. (P/NP grading only.)
92. Physical Education Internship (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Internship--3-15 hours; written project proposal and evaluation. Prerequisite: consent of instructor; enrollment dependent on availability of intern positions, with priority given to Exercise Science majors. Work experience in the application of physical activity programs to teaching, recreational, clinical or research situations under department faculty supervision. May be repeated for credit once but no internship units will be counted toward Exercise Science major. (P/NP grading only.)
97T. Tutoring in Physical Education (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Tutorial--1-5 hours. Prerequisite: lower division standing and consent of Department Chairperson. Tutoring of students in lower division physical activity courses. Weekly meetings with instructor in charge of courses. Written reports on methods and materials required. May be repeated once for credit. (P/NP grading only.)
97TC. Tutoring in the Community (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Tutorial--2-15 hours; discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: lower division standing and consent of Department Chairperson. Tutoring in the community in physical activity related projects under the guidance of the Physical Education faculty. Regular meetings with instructor in charge and written report required. May be repeated once for credit. (P/NP grading only.)
98. Directed Group Study (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Prerequisite: consent of instructor and Department Chairperson. (P/NP grading only.)
100. Field Experience in Teaching Physical Education (2) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Discussion--1 hour; fieldwork--4 hours. Prerequisite: upper division standing and appropriate course 1 or 7. Tutoring or teacher's aide in physical education activities, including athletic coaching, in public schools under the guidance of a regular teacher with supervision by a departmental faculty person. May be repeated once for credit. (P/NP grading only.)
128A. Intermediate Scuba Diving (4) II. Fastenau
Lecture--3 hours; laboratory--3 hours; fieldwork--2 hours. Prerequisite: course 29 and consent of instructor. Lectures and practice in diver safety, rescue, accident management and patient care. Pool and open water sessions required for certification. (P/NP grading only.)
128B. Research Diving Techniques (4) III. Fastenau
Lecture--3 hours; laboratory--3 hours; fieldwork--3 hours. Prerequisite: course 128A; consent of instructor. Lectures and application on search and light salvage, night diving, research techniques, cold-water, low visibility diving, blue water, deep and altitude diving. Pool and open water sessions required for certification. (P/NP grading only.)
*132. First Aid Leadership and Accident Management (3) I, II, III. ------
Lecture--2 hours; students assist in teaching course 5--1 hour to be arranged. Prerequisite: course 5 or American Red Cross Advanced First Aid Card. Administration, organization and supervision of safety and first aid programs in school and community sports, recreation and all types of group activities. The study and practice of first aid leadership skills. (The American Red Cross First Aid Instructor Card will be awarded upon successful completion of the course.)
142. Physical Education in the Public Schools (3) I. S. Williams
Lecture--3 hours. Analysis and study of the principles and methods basic to teaching physical education at the elementary and secondary levels.
143. Coaching Effectiveness (3) II. The Staff
Lecture--3 hours. Prerequisite: upper division standing; 3 units of courses 1 and 6 combined. Synthesis and application of basic components of sport psychology, sport pedagogy, and sport physiology and basic management and administration of athletics in public high schools. (P/NP grading only.)
*144. Principles of Health Education (2) II.
Lecture--2 hours. Prerequisite: course 44 and upper division standing or consent of instructor. Principles of teaching health education in the public schools. (P/NP grading only.)
*145. Administration of Health/Fitness Programs (2) III. --------
Lecture--2 hours. Principles of organizing and directing health/fitness programs. Includes selection and training of personnel, methods of evaluating personnel and programs, and elements of planning.
150. Recreation in the Community (3) III. Jahn
Lecture--2 hours; discussion--1 hour; two Saturday field trips--8 hours. The nature and scope of community recreation programs in California emphasizing low income, highly populated areas, and poor rural communities.
192. Physical Education Internship (1-12) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Internship--3-36 hours; written project proposal and evaluation. Prerequisite: upper division standing and consent of instructor; enrollment dependent on availability of intern positions, with priority given to Exercise Science majors. Work experience in the application of physical activity programs to teaching, recreational, clinical or research situations under department faculty supervision. May be repeated for a total of 12 units (including course 92) but no internship units will be counted toward Exercise Science major. (P/NP grading only.)
197T. Tutoring in Physical Education (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Tutorial--1-5 hours. Prerequisite: consent of chairperson. Tutoring of students in lower division physical activity courses. Written reports on methods and materials required. May be repeated once for credit. (P/NP grading only.)
197TC. Tutoring in the Community (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Tutorial--2-15 hours; discussion--1 hour. Prerequisite: upper division standing and consent of Department Chairperson. Tutoring in the community in physical education related projects under the guidance of the Physical Education faculty. Regular meetings with instructor in charge and written report required. May be repeated once for credit. (P/NP grading only.)
198. Directed Group Study (1-5) I, II, III. The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Prerequisite: consent of instructor and Department Chairperson. (P/NP grading only.)
199. Special Study for Advanced Undergraduates (1-5) The Staff (Chairperson in charge)
Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (P/NP grading only.)
300. The Elementary Physical Education Program (2) III. Goldbar
Lecture--1 hour; laboratory--2 hours; field trips to selected programs. Prerequisite: senior standing or credential student. Introduction to principles, theories, material, and practices of elementary school physical education program.
380. Methods of Teaching Physical Education (3) III. S. Williams
Lecture--1 hour; laboratory--6 hours. Prerequisite: course 142 and six units of course 7; or consent of instructor. The methods of teaching group and individual activities for grades K-12; program planning, class management, organization, and evaluation. (P/NP grading only.)
UC Davis 1997-98 Online General Catalog. Posted August 1, 1997.
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